These February 2018 game ideas range from virtual reality experiences to old school gaming console revivals, proving that the power of nostalgia can be rivaled only by the amusement of new technology.
Some of this month's most notable game-related offerings include the expansion of the HQ trivia app, which became available to a UK audience after the app's North American success. Meanwhile, some entertainment tools like 'Game of Phones' blend the virtual world with the physical one, through offering a card game for the phone-obsessed generation Y.
The healthcare industry has additionally leveraged the accessibility and immersion of gaming to help children cope with a cancer diagnosis with the introduction of a game called 'Alpha Beats Cancer.' What's more, is that this month, companies like KFC are using gaming as an educational platform, to teach customers about the history of the brand's fried chicken.
Top 40 Game Ideas for February
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Handheld Edge-to-Edge Consoles
This PSP Concept Puts Controls onto the Immersive Screen
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Fishmonger Puzzle Games
The 3D Tuna Dissection Puzzle Challenges Users to Recall Anatomy
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Revived Classic Gaming Consoles
The Nostalgic Ultra Game Boy is Filled with New Features
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Nightclub-Inspired Card Games
'Berghain' Takes Inspiration from a Legendary Techno Club in Berlin
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Smartphone-Requiring Games
The 'GAME of PHONES' Game is for Those Who are Always on Their Phone
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Nostalgic Mobile Gamer Consoles
This Handheld Gaming Console Packs 800 Games into the Unit
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Playful Kid-Focused Smart Tablets
Beyond Screen Combines Physical Toys with Virtual Ones
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VR Fast Food Restaurants
Guests Can Play KFC's 'The Hard Way' at One Remodeled Location
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Revamped Cult Video Games
Fallout 4's Engine Will Include the Fallout New Vegas Mod
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Revamped Cult Classic Video Games
Mutant Football League is Designed for Fans of the Series
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Zombie Survivalist Board Games
'Tiny Epic Zombies' Has Players Fighting to Survive the Apocalypse
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App-Driven WWII Board Games
The 'UBOOT' Board Game Puts Players Onboard a U-Boat
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Anime-Inspired Video Game Ads
The Blizzard Anime Trailer has Fans Craving a Full Anime Series
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Atmospheric Indie Games
'The Mind's Eclipse' is a Fantastic Game with a Contemplative Storyline
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Trans-Centric Video Games
Indie Game 'Genderwrecked' is an Honest Depiction of Discovering Gender
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Cult Gaming Box Sets
Collector Culture is Gaining Steam With an Exclusive Dark Souls Rerelease
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Cult Horror Game Reboots
'Yume Nikki: Dream Diary' is Finally Getting the 3D Reboot it Deserves
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Story-Driven Rhythm Games
Cystus Ii is an Amazing Music Game with an Engrossing Narrative
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Cardboard Gaming Kits
Nintendo Labo Introduces DIY Kits for the Nintendo Switch
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Fruity AR Coloring Books
Fruit Shoot Made an Interactive Game That Entertains Kids at Restaurants
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Remade Horror Game Classics
A P.T. Remake Has Surfaced and Fans are Embracing the Terror Again
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Celebrity Cryptocurrency Games
CryptoCelebrities Adapts the Ethereum Blockchain to Trade in People
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Rhythmic VR Saber Games
'Beat Saber' is a Cross Between Jedi Fighting and Dance Dance Revolution
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Virtual Reality Gyms
Black Box VR Give Everyday Workouts a Video Game Twist
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Tear-Jerking Pet Games
'Till the Dawn, Waiting' Presents a Dog's Experience of Abandonment
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VR Tank Video Games
'World of Tanks VR' is in Development and Will Use Location-Based VR
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Live British Quiz Apps
The HQ Trivia UK Version Features Questions Geared Toward Brits
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Literature-Inspired Indie Games
The Indie Game 'Nantucket' Gives Players a Sequel to Moby Dick
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Remastered Video Game Classics
Shadow of the Colossus Comes with Two New Exciting Features
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Tablet-Based Restaurant Trivia Games
Buzztime Encourages Customers to Stay Longer and Spend More
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Handheld Anime Monster Consoles
The Nintendo 2DS XL Pikachu Edition Celebrates Detective Pikachu
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Hyper-Stimulating Action Games
'Rym 9000' is a Frantic Masterpiece that Pushes a Player's Skills
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Modernized Transparent Gaming Consoles
The SNES Re-imagined Boasts an Etched Acrylic Exterior
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Narrative-Driven Indie Games
'The Red Strings Club' is a Fascinating Experience of Free Will
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Song-Based Indie Games
The Indie Game 'Wandesong' is a Whimsical Adventure of Music and Friendship
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Adventure Documentary Video Games
The K-141 Kursk Tragedy Will be Told in a New Video Game
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Child-Focused VR Games
'Stunt Corgi VR' Gives Players Control Over Cute Furry Companions
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VR Psychological Thriller Games
'The Inpatient VR' is a Prequel to the Hit PS4 Game 'Until Dawn'
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Cancer-Coping Kid's Games
'Alpha Beats Cancer' is a Children's Game Demystifying the Illness
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Actor-Voiced Cartoon Games
Ryan Reynolds Voices Detective Pikachu in a New 3DS Game
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Nostalgic Gaming Timepieces
The Retro Gaming Watch Brings Gameplay to the Wrist
Projector-Equipped Handheld Gaming Consoles
This Nintendo Game Boy Concept is 90s-Inspired
3D Display Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual 'Uplight' Game Console Has Interchangeable Components
Customizable Mobile Gaming Consoles
The 'ORBIS' Handheld Gaming Console Concept is Multipurpose
Handheld Gaming Laptop Designs
The Conceptual Compal Rover Play Has a Two-in-One Design
Family Board Game Promos
Hasbro and Birds Eye Teamed Up to Encourage Family Bonding
Gaming-Inspired Haptic Response Sneakers
The Nike PG2 PlayStation Shoes are Paul George-Approved
Next-Gen Mobile Gaming Consoles
This Steam Deck 2 Concept by Carota Design is Ergonomic
Ergonomic Mobile Console Concepts
This Conceptual Nintendo Switch 2 Elevates a Classic
Virtual Reality Fidelity Updates
Meta Updated the Passthrough on its Meta Quest 3 Headset
Metaverse Obstacle Games
The Superdrug Obby on Roblox Challenges Players with Branded Games
Promotional Game-Themed Collabs
Microsoft Partnered with Several CPG Brands to Offer Xbox Rewards
Novel AI-Generated Product Designs
Arcade Introduced a Transformative AI Product Creation Platform
Playful Entrepreneurial Metaverses
e.l.f. UP! on Roblox Helps Gen Z & Gen Alpha Build Skills
Streaming Series Games
Netflix Stories Invites Viewers to Participate in Their Own Adventures
Gamer-Centric Fast Food Campaigns
Burger King's Gaming Campaign to Rewards “Burger-to-King” Goals
Modular Handheld Gaming Systems
The 'feeel' Gaming System by Jasmin Kappler is Customizable
Reservation-Based Gaming Retail Initiatives
PlayStation 5 Pro in Japan is for Hardcore Gamers
Creative Game-Themed Peripherals
The Higround x Minecraft Collection Has Several Styles
Immersive Sports Fan Platforms
Sony's FavoriteSpace™ Caters to the Sports Fan Communities
Handheld Gaming Console Concepts
Alex Casabo Designs the Playfusion Console Concept
Do-Good Metaverse Campaigns
Comic Relief US and Nickelodeon Empower Kids in Roblox and Beyond
Japanese Kitty Mobile Games
Neko Atsume 2 Launches with Playful Interactions and Cozy Design
Retro Video Game Stores
Gamestop is Opening 'Retro' Locations to Sell Used Games
Scent-Releasing Gaming Devices
The 'Gamescent' Syncs with Gameplay to Add a Sense of Smell
VR-Focused Console Concepts
This PlayStation 5 Pro Concept by Seungjae Lee Has Dual Headsets
Modern Update Mobile Games
Flappy Bird is Getting Another Launch with New Modern Changes
Video Game-Inspired LEGO Sets
LEGO Super Mario is Sure to Capture the Attention of Fans
Immersive VR Thriller Games
PlaySide Studios Announced 'Shattered' Thriller for VR Consoles
Heritage-Inspired Game Consoles
PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection Nods to the First Console
Gamified Stress Reduction Apps
The 'URSO' Mental Health Gaming App is Fun and Engaging
Interactive Gaming Phone Cases
Bitmo Lab Introduces the Protective GameBaby Transformative Case
Interactive Video Game-Themed Tours
The Play Nintendo Tour Runs from June 13 to September 2, 2024
Gamified In-Airport Activations
Haribo's Mobile Games Gives People of All Ages the Chance to Win
Virtual Reality Stealth Games
HITMAN World of Assassination is Coming to PSVR2
Monetizable Mobile Gaming Apps
'Playbite' Enables Players to Win Gift Cards and Prizes
Immersive Halloween-Themed VR Experiences
Zero Latency VR Offers Suspenseful 'Halloween Thrills'
Professional Social Media Games
LinkedIn Released Three Games to Build Connections on its Platform
Gamified Virtual Fitness Apps
GymPet Transforms Workouts Like an Interactive Game
Esports CSR Initiatives
The Global Esports Federation Launched a Global Social Impact Initiative
VR Physiotherapy Tools
A Team of UniSA Researchers Created Superhero Therapy for Pain Management
Foldable Gaming Consoles
This Game Boy Flip Concept Pushes the Boundaries of Handheld Gadgets
Viral Video Databases
Viral Ideas Offers Inspiration for a Content Creator's Next Big Video
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Systems
My Arcade Gamestation Portable Has Retro-Style Controls
Immersive Hybrid Billboards
Meta's Halloween Thrillboards Tease Immersive Meta Quest 3 Experiences
Game-Themed Retro Keyboards
Higround and Minecraft Launch a New Collaborative Keyboard Collection
Artful Diverse Gaming Backgrounds
The Xbox Celebrates Collection Honors Cultural Heritage
Egg-Centric Metaverse Games
American Egg Board Launched a Tower of Eggs Pop-Up on Roblox
Revived Retro Internet Games
Neopets is Celebrating its 25th Anniversary with New Revivals
Resort-Inspired Video Games
Nintendo Debuts Super Mario Party Jamboree for Switch
Romantic Mobile Game Events
The Pokémon Go Carnival of Love Event Celebrates Valentine's Day
Informative Election Games
Roblox and the BBC Debut a New In-Game Experience Ahead of the Election
Nugget-Inspired Video Games
McDonalds and The Sandbox Create the McNuggets Land Game
Mobile Retro Gaming Apps
The 'Delta' Application is Now Available on iOS Devices
Feline-Centric Animated Games
The Little Kitty, Big City Game is Launching on May 9th
Modernized Nostalgic Gaming Consoles
The Atari Gamestation Pro Features More Than 200 Games
Multifunctional Game Sets
The 'LEGO' Group is Merging Physical and Digital Play
Immersive Memory Loss Simulators
Lost in the World Brings Alzheimer's Awareness to Gen Z Gamers
Cult-Favorite Game-Themed Pizza Menus
Boston Pizza & Nintendo Debut a Mushroom Kingdom-Themed Menu
Musician-Themed Online Games
Fortnite Festival Lets Players Get in on the Concert Action
Metaverse Dating Platforms
RDC 2023 Shared a Vision for the Future of Dating and Roblox
Battle-Map Mobile Game Launches
Call of Duty Announces at the Upcoming Warzone Mobile Game
Virtual Car Meetups
7-Eleven is Inviting Fans to Meet Virtually in Fortnite
Virtual Reality Dance Games
Ubisoft Prepares to Launch Just Dance VR: Welcome to Dancity
Virtual Reality Gameplay Chairs
The New Roto VR Explorer Chair Rotates with Virtual Movement
QSR Collaborative Game Ventures
KFC and The Legend of Zelda Join on the Recipe Run Project
Casual Mini Games
This Online Hub Allows for Players to Easily Learn Engaging Games
Rewarding Online Burrito Games
The Chipotle Burrito Vault Game Celebrates National Burrito Day
Revived Retro Arcade Games
Nintendo Breathes Life Back to the NES Version of Tetris
Mobile Escape Rooms
Phone Escape: Hopeless Takes Mobile Entertainment to New Dimensions
Expanded Game-Streaming Services
Sony Added a Number of Games to its 'PS Plus' Service in June
Gamer-Targeted Snack Promotions
Doritos and Xbox Partnered to Celebrate the Release of Starfield
VR Track Racing Games
Micro Machines: Mini Challenge Mayhem Pushes Virtual Cars to the Limits
Artist-Inspired Game Events
Lady Gaga Will Make Her Digital Debut in the Fortnite Festival
Influencer-Based Gaming Activations
Niantic Taps Google to Recruit Creators for Pokémon GO Fest
Gaming Ads-Inspired Video Games
D3 Publisher and Monkeycraft Present the Ironic Those Games
Exclusive Gamer Gift Cards
Candy Crush Saga Gift Cards Share a 48-Hour Unlimited Lives Bonus
Free Urban Adventure Games
Adventure City Games Launches a Consumer-Focused Initiative in BC
Cross-Cultural Esports Programs
USEF and Ghost Gaming Debut the International Esports Exchange
Industry-Leading VR Headsets
HTC is Returning to The VR Industry with a New Gaming Headset
Feature-Rich Retro Gamer Consoles
The XGO Handheld Retro Gaming Console Supports 10 Emulators
Streaming Service Game Controllers
Netflix Unveils a New Game Controller App for iPhones
Problem-Based Website Ideas
Painkiller Ideas Offers a Database of Real Consumer Problems
Age-Inclusive Board Games
Hasbro Revamps its Classic Board Games to Accommodate Aging Consumers
Gaming-Themed Tech Accessories
The Kojima Productions x Higround Collection Arrives This Month
Youth Movement Competitions
The PLEZi Absurdly Good Games Encourages Summer Activity
Work-Ditching Video Game Campaigns
Call of Duty's "Ghost Your Boss" Invites Players to Skip Work
Collectible Figurine Action Games
Funko! Announced 'Funko Fusion' for Modern Platforms
Simplistic Dynamic Game Experiences
Joelle Tindall Created the Unique Touch Egg Game
Free Gaming Platform Updates
Steam is Updating its Demo System for 2024 with New Features
Video Game-Inspired Outdoor Play
ROXs is Getting Kids Outdoors
Game Streaming Service Updates
Sony has Added Several Titles to 'PlayStation Plus Premium'
Pizza-Scented Game Controllers
Microsoft's New Video Game Controller Smells of Fresh Pizza
VR Buildable Biome Games
LEGO Bricktales is an Immersive Adventure Puzzle Game
Strategic AI Wordplay Games
Vocab Scrabble Puts an Innovative Twist on the Classic Game
Collaborative Daily Word Games
Netflix and TED Talks Join to Create the TED Tumblewords Game
All-in-One iGaming Solutions
CrazyGames Unveils a New Collection of Browser-Based Games
Robot Character Digital Games
Sony Introduces the New Astro Bot Adventure Game
Virtual Personal Care Metaverses
Superdrug is the First Health and Beauty Brand to Debut in Roblox
Retro Arcade-Themed Capsules
The Hundreds and Tetris are Teaming Up on the 'Future Vintage' Line
African Esports Phone Partnerships
Samsung Ghana Unites with PlayProvince’s Call of Duty Team
VR-Based First-Person Shooter Games
SGEntertec Debuts the Highly Anticipated Bounty City
Trendy In-Game Music Hubs
Roblox Launches the New Roblox Music Hub for Music Discovery
Enhanced VR Ecosystems
Valve Launches a New Update to its SteamVR 2.0 Platform
Immersive Rhythmic Concert Games
Epic Games Added Guitar Controller Support to 'Fortnite Festival'
Interactive Digital VR Games
Horizon Worlds Launches the New Super Rumble Social VR Game
Daily Brain Training Games
'10 Games: Daily Brain Training Offers a Suite of Cognitive Games
Digitized Board Game Consoles
This Smartphone-Controlled System Displays Board Games On Your TV
In-Car Gaming Systems
Volkswagen Will Feature AirConsole's Video Games in its Vehicles
Web-Based Word Game Celebrations
New York Times Games Honors Its1,000th Wordle Puzzle
Immersive Spring-Themed Exhibits
Colors in Bloom Features 12 Immersive Rooms
Word Search Phone Games
Word Hunter is a Vocabulary-Building Game for Your Phone
Mixed-Reality Treasure Hunts
EE is Kicking Off Its Inaugural Game Day with a Special Treasure Hunt
Web-Based Mobile Game Stores
Microsoft Mobile Games is Launching a Web-Based Store
Horror Franchise-Themed Games
A Paranormal Activity Game is Currently in the Works
Show-Inspired Free-to-Play Mobile Games
Netflix Unveils the Squid Game: Unleashed Mobile Game
Mobile TV-Compatible Controllers
Netflix Releases a Mobile Game Controller for TV-Enabled Gaming
High-Motion VR Action Games
Attack on Titan VR Lets Players Hunt Massive Monsters in the Metaverse
Virtual Table Top Games
TinyTable Combines the Joy of Table Top Games with Virtual Video Calls
Superhero-Inspired PC Games
Sony Announced the PC Launch of the Spider-Man 2 Game
Stimulating Word Association Games
Worlds of Words Challenges Players to Think Outside the Box
Youth-Supporting Esports Opportunities
British Esports Launches the PUBG Mobile College Tournament
2D Forensic Investigation Games
Gravity Recently Released the Tokyo Psychodemic Game
Networking Platform In-App Games
LinkedIn is Working on Integrating Games to its Platform
Mentally Stimulating Game Collections
Fresh Words: Word Game Boasts Engaging and Challenging Games
Relaxed Interactive Mobile Games
Nintendo and Niantic Join Forces on the Pikmin Finder Game
Streaming Service-Backed Games
YouTube Is Testing Its Online Games Category Called 'Playables'
Phone Puzzle Games
Word Search Game Offers Mental Stimulation with Word-Based Challenges
Social Gaming Calendars
ArcadeCal Helps Gamers Coordinate Their Gaming Sessions
Digital Dartboard Game Systems
The 'Pixeldarts' Electronic Throwing Game Offers Nonstop Fun
Updated Sentient Robot Games
No Man's Sky Gets a Slew of New Gameplay Updates This Year
Fantastical Dynamic Game Releases
Square Enix Official Releases the Final Fantasy 14 Game
Creative Hollywood-Themed Games
'Greenlight' Tasks Players with Pitching Ideas to Studio Heads
Avatar-Centric Gaming Activities
Interactive New Meta Quests are Added to the Horizon Worlds
Esports Wellness Courses
Entain Foundation U.S. Introduces a New Esports Mental Wellness Campaign
Rhythm Game Platform Expansions
The Xbox Hi-Fi Rush Game is Launching to PS5 Platforms
Daily Gaming Mystery-Solving
Players are Tasked to Guess the Game with 'Daily Game Trivia'
US Student Esports Programs
Gen.G Introduces The Next Gen Fellowship for US Students
Month-Long Memory Challenges
Mann is a 30-Day Memory Workout Game to Keep the Mind Sharp
Educational Esports Endeavors
British Esports Debuts an Education Partnership with Level Infinite